The Hohner 3002 Ariette Accordion gets that Cajun sound and is an appropriate instrument for many folk music styles. The Ariette has a traditional design with 4 treble stops. It's sturdy and attractively finished in natural wood. Includes a 40-page accordion instruction book, shoulder strap, and carrying case.

Overall a good buy to learn cajun accordion on. I also enjoy using harmonica tab for it as I was able to determine which buttons go with wich hole on the harmonica so it is fun to play with. The bellows is the big thing that may be an issue as it is stiff and when you have all the stops open I find I don't have enough air to complete full phrases without having to use the air button and open the bellows. Could be I am not yet skilled enough of a player to manage, or could be the instrument itself. I suspect it is actually a little of both.Has all you need to get started, however the bellows are stiff and don't hold as much air as would be required to be effective with all the stops open.It is a standard student level instrument, not the best but acceptable for learningGreat to learn on for the price

I realy belive that the Honer 3002 ariette is the best accordian that I could have chosen for myself.This is my first accordion and here is what I like about it.1,the size,it is not as big as some others and it is easy to handle.2,The wieght,It is lighter than other models that i have seen, and that is also a good thing.3,the way that the buttons are arranged,they are easy to reach and push as you need to.4,The quality,It is made by Honer,I have had many instruments that were made by honer and always found them to be high quality and This accordian is no exception.5,The value,I saw a cajun accordian on another sight and it was more expensive,and it came with nothing,all that you got was the instrument,With this one i got the accordian,case,polishing clothe,lesson book. and i thaught that the price was very reasonable.I have had it since septmeber 12,and i have enjoyed it a lot, it is easy to hold,easy to play,the sound is very good,and the lesson book is easy to follow.Thanks for offering a great accordian at a price that i belive any one could afford.